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The Federal Reserve’s first rate increase since 2023 isn’t an immediate spike for mortgage or auto loan rates; you’ll likely see gradual moves as Treasury yields influence borrowing costs, with car loan and credit card rates edging higher over time while mortgage rates adjust more slowly and savings yields may rise.
Audi’s A2 E-tron debuts as the automaker’s most affordable and efficient EV yet, starting at £32,200 (~$45,000) in Europe. It features a drag coefficient of 0.24, a flexible battery/motor lineup that can push range to 401 miles (WLTP), bidirectional charging, and a large curved MMI display. However, it’s currently slated only for the European market and isn’t coming to North America soon.
Coyote Vs. Acme rises to No. 3 at the worldwide box office in its second weekend, grabbing about $20.8M globally (roughly $11.3M domestic and $9.5M international) for a $57.3M worldwide total. The Cars 20th‑anniversary re-release opens domestically at $6.1M (about $7.6M with Labor Day); Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie stays in the top 10 with around $3.3M for a $48.5M domestic total and $137.2M worldwide; Akira nets $2.67M from 787 locations (~$3.39k per theater) with a four‑day projection near $3.2M; Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of the Mermaid Island earns $12.5M in six markets, lifting international to about $84.6M. Cars’ re-release adds $1.9M internationally for an $8.0M weekend total.
A veteran mechanic investigates a viral Japanese-style oil-change method that adds fresh oil, drains after a drive, then repeats with a second filter and oil change. While warm oil can aid drainage and supporters claim it helps remove sludge, there’s little evidence it’s standard practice in Japan, and mainstream guidance still favors a conventional drain–filter–fill routine to avoid risks like overfilling or clogging deposits. The piece also highlights how online myths can inflate niche maintenance trends.
Jensen unveils a ground-up revival of the Interceptor with the GTX, a track-focused variant powered by a supercharged 6.8-liter V8 delivering 960 hp to the rear wheels via a six-speed sequential gearbox; the GTX will lead a family that will also include a road-focused GTR and a GT grand tourer, with pricing to be announced.
Range Rover’s first electric SUV keeps the brand’s familiar design while delivering 542 hp from twin 260 kW motors, a 118.5 kWh battery for about 330 miles of real‑world range, and 800‑volt fast charging (10–80% in ~22 minutes); produced at Solihull with 300 patents, it starts at about £154,070 in the UK (~$140k in the US).
Updates to Google Maps and Apple Maps have intensified the rivalry, with many users arguing Apple Maps is catching up or even better in some cases; viral posts and early history of Apple urging alternatives fuel the debate, while Google still leads in speed outside the US, keeping the competition fierce.
Rockstar Games’ 26-minute Extended Look trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI showcases a parade of real-life-inspired vehicles—from a Chevelle-like muscle car and a lifted F-150 to a BMW E30 Convertible and luxury rides like a Rolls-Royce-like SUV and a Bugatti Chiron lookalike—alongside new gameplay elements such as car hacking, police chases, and track racing, all set in Vice City with a wide array of familiar and parody vehicles.
A 26-year-old man drove a car into a group of pedestrians outside a Caen bar, killing two people and injuring several others before fleeing; he was later arrested. Authorities say the incident is not currently treated as terrorism, and investigators are pursuing murder and aggravated assault charges as they probe the motive.
The US-Canada tariff dispute worsens as Canada plans 25%–50% tariffs on about 900 US goods, including toilet paper, retaliating for US tariffs; the US also targets Canadian liquor, dairy, and autos. The conflict highlights deep economic links and could push up prices on everyday items, though officials insist consumer impact will be limited.
A Jalopnik round-up of reader-submitted memories about cars people wish they'd bought when they were cheap, featuring classics like the Porsche 944, DeTomaso Pantera, air‑cooled 911, MR2 Turbo, Honda S2000, Dodge Challenger, Porsche 928 GTS, Mazda RX-7, Hemi Cuda, and Acura NSX, and opening with a reflection on soaring new-car prices and the lasting regret of missed opportunities.
Leaks and analysis suggest GTA 6 may treat cars as more than fast transport by adding fuel mechanics, wear-and-tear, maintenance, trunk space, and smarter AI that recognizes vehicles by make and color. This could create an emotional bond with cars similar to how Red Dead Redemption 2 made horses central to survival and identity, shifting driving from a nuisance to a meaningful, narrative-driven element without sacrificing fun.
Millions of vehicles are being recalled for fires that can start even when the car is off and parked, a trend dubbed “park outside” recalls. The problem is tied to increased electronics under the hood and higher operating temperatures, affecting models such as Jeep Gladiators and Wranglers, Kia Tellurides, and BMW 530e xDrive. In 2026 the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued numerous campaigns, with recalls rising since 2024, as safety advocates say smarter cars bring more heat-prone electronics and encourage drivers to park away from buildings or other vehicles until repairs are available.
Ford’s 2025 Mustang GTD, at 81.7 inches wide, is wide enough to trigger truck-width rules but is classified as a passenger car, letting Ford avoid extra clearance lamps while delivering 815 hp, 0-60 around 2.8 seconds, a 202 mph top speed, and a Nürburgring lap of 6:52.072, with a price near $320k.
The Smokey and the Bandit fame helped cement the Pontiac Trans Am’s iconic status. GM reportedly offered Burt Reynolds a brand-new Trans Am every year for the rest of his life after a call from the then-president. Over five years he received new Trans Ams (many given to family; he kept one), but in the sixth year the deal stopped when a new GM president—who admitted he didn’t like Reynolds’ movies—took charge and canceled the arrangement.